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Holland College, Leth Polytech, Trent launch programs to address industry needs

May 30, 2025

Holland College, Lethbridge Polytechnic, and Trent University have each recently launched new programs that will prepare learners for the demands and needs of key industries. Holland College is supporting farmers with a Microcredential in Agriculture Energy Assessment, which will cover topics related to energy and sustainability in agriculture. Leth Polytech is launching a four-year Powerline […]

Leth Polytech announces layoffs, program closures

April 10, 2025

Lethbridge Polytechnic has announced it is facing an $8M deficit this fiscal year due to the impact of the federal cap on international student visas. As a result, the institution has eliminated 53 permanent positions: 27 were involuntary layoffs, while the remaining 26 resulted from voluntary early retirements, redundancies, or modified hours. The polytechnic has […]

Leth Polytech introduces general arts and science certificate programs

March 10, 2025

Lethbridge Polytechnic has announced two new certificate programs that will launch in the Fall semester, as well as a revised existing program. The first program, General Arts and Science – A’paitsitapisksinimaattsaa (Weasel People Education), is an introductory certificate program that teaches students about Blackfoot identity and relationships through land-based learning. It is open to both […]

Leth Polytech to close English Language Centre in June

January 28, 2025

Lethbridge Polytechnic will close its English Language Centre in June. Leth Polytech President Brad Donaldson explained that this closure is the result of funding cuts made to the federal government’s Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada program. “Beyond language instruction, the center has provided a sense of community and belonging to more than 100 students […]

Leth Polytech unveils name of wildlife teaching lab

January 20, 2025

Lethbridge Polytechnic has officially named its wildlife teaching lab the Alberta Professional Outfitters Society Wildlife Conversation Lab. The name was chosen to recognize the Alberta Professional Outfitters Society, which has invested $350K over the last two years to support the polytechnic’s pursuit of Canadian wildlife conservation. The newly named instructional lab will be used by […]

COTR, Leth Polytech sign transfer agreement focused on criminal justice

January 14, 2025

College of the Rockies and Lethbridge Polytechnic have signed a new transfer agreement for their criminal justice programs. The agreement formalizes a longstanding relationship between the two institutions. The agreement will enable eligible graduates of COTR’s Criminal and Social Justice diploma program to enter directly into the third year of Leth Polytech’s Bachelor of Criminal […]

Leth Polytech partners with police services organizations on prior learning

January 07, 2025

Lethbridge Polytechnic has announced new partnerships with police services organizations that will support learning with prior learning recognition. At Leth Polytech, eligible police cadet program graduates and officers from seven police services across Western Canada can now receive up to 42 prior learning credits toward a Criminal Justice – Policing diploma. Learners will be able […]

Students launch initiatives to support food banks, fight food insecurity

November 14, 2024

Students are taking the initiative to help those who are experiencing food insecurity. Lethbridge Polytechnic’s Massage Therapy program staff and students and employees are supporting the students’ association’s campaign to help students facing food insecurity by offering free massages to those who make a minimum donation. Two student clubs at St Clair College recently collaborated […]

Leth Polytech launches new visual identity recognizing polytechnic status

October 25, 2024

Lethbridge Polytechnic recently unveiled a new visual identity that recognizes the institution’s transition to a polytechnic. The polytechnic’s new logo reflects the landscape of southern Alberta, and is surrounded by a teepee ring to symbolize inclusivity. It draws on the institution’s green and blue brand colours to represent the land and sky. Leth Polytech says […]

Leth Polytech, Fleming announce new micro-credential programming

October 07, 2024

Lethbridge Polytechnic and Fleming College have each announced new micro-credential programming. Lethbridge has launched the Getting Started with Accessibility micro-credential which is designed to boost accessibility and inclusivity on campus. The micro-credential has three streams tailored to three different audiences: Lethbridge employees; Lethbridge students; and caregivers, parents, and support persons. It is mandatory for all […]

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